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Heather Lovier Named COO Of Rocket Companies

Jul 01, 2024
Heather Lovier Rocket Companies
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Lovier replaces Bill Emerson

Rocket Companies has appointed Heather Lovier as the company’s chief operating officer as of June 20, per a recent 8-K filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Lovier will replace Bill Emerson, but Emerson will remain Rocket's president. 

Lovier joined Rocket Mortgage, the company’s lending arm, in 2003. Her most recent position was chief client experience officer. 

Lovier's recent appointment represents the latest executive shift as Rocket strives to enhance the homeownership journey through AI innovation under the guidance of Varun Krishna.

In May, Rocket named Shawn Malhotra as its inaugural chief technology officer. Earlier, in January, the company welcomed Jonathan Mildenhall, a former executive at Airbnb and Coca-Cola, to the newly established position of chief marketing officer.

"During the past 21 years, Mrs. Lovier has focused on driving operational excellence and enhancing the client experience. Mrs. Lovier will continue her role as Chief Operating Officer of Holdings. Any changes to Mrs. Lovier’s compensation for her new appointment will be determined at a later date," Rocket's comment read in the SEC filing.

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